Book · 2011 · Politics and government
The destiny of the republic
Why people recommend it
The Destiny of the Republic by Candice Millard is a gripping historical non-fiction work detailing the shocking assassination of President James Garfield and the medical malpractice that contributed to his untimely death. On The Book Review, the publication received high praise from the podcast hosts. Gilbert Cruz mentioned that he had finished reading the historical account during his morning train commute, while Pamela Paul repeatedly recommended the title, commending the author as a deeply talented historian and highlighting the subtitle which encapsulates the themes of madness, medicine, and murder. Paul also shared with listeners that she had briefly paused her regular reading schedule to dive into the short-lived presidency of James Garfield through Millard's narrative, though she occasionally got distracted by other guest books. Through these discussions, the speakers celebrated the book's ability to blend meticulous historical research with the pacing of a thriller, making it an essential and engaging read for history enthusiasts.
Who recommended it
- Pamela Paul Recommended
- Gilbert Cruz Recommended
Pamela Paul — 3 mentions
“I still reading Candace mallard's uh the destiny of the Republic about um President Garfield a very short-lived presidency”
“I got a little distracted from my regular reading which is Candace mallard's Destiny of the Republic to read exit West by Our Guest this week Mosen Hamed”
“the title is Destiny of the Republic but the subtitle is a tale of Madness medicine and the murder of a president by Candace Mard who is such a talented um historian”
Gilbert Cruz — 1 mention
“well I finished on the train this morning Candace mards the destiny of the Republic”